Motorists are being advised to plan extra time into their journeys as thick fog is forecast across the region.

The Met Office have issued a Yellow Weather warning for fog - with visibility set to fall below 100 metres in areas.

The warning, which covers most of North Staffordshire and South Cheshire, is in force from 7pm tonight until 11am tomorrow.

The Met Office warned of some potential travel disruption as a result of the fog across the region.

A spokesman said: "Fog is expected to become increasingly widespread through Wednesday evening and overnight into Thursday. Slower journey times are possible and there is a chance of delays to flights."

The Met Office Chief Forecaster added: "Fog patches are likely to form during the early part of Wednesday evening, becoming more widespread overnight with the visibility falling below 100 metres in places.

"Fog will thin slowly later on Thursday morning, although some patches may persist into the afternoon in the west of the warning area."

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Earlier today Cheshire Police advised motorists on the correct use of fog lights.

A spokesman said: "Please make sure you use your fog lights when appropriate and don't just rely on your headlights.

"Remember that daytime running lights do not show lights at the back of your vehicle.

"Take care and keep your distance and speed down."

What is a Met Office Weather Warning?

The Met Office issue weather warnings when there is a risk of weather causing damage, disruption or danger to life. Generally warnings will be issued for heavy rain, wind, ice or snow. They come in three categories.

Yellow: The lowest of the three. Yellow means you should plan ahead about potential disruption to travel and other day-to-day activities. These are the most common.

Amber: A step up from Yellow, an Amber warning means there is an increased risk of disruption/danger to life and property.

Red: These are only issued when 'extreme weather' is expected. When one is issued the Met Office advise immediate action is taken to keep yourself and others safe as widespread damage, disruption and risk to life is likely. Red warnings are extremely rare anywhere in the UK and almost unknown in North Staffordshire and South Cheshire.